Which place is cheaper, Bangalore or Diyarbakir?
These are the overall average travel costs for the two destinations.
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Should you visit Diyarbakir or Bangalore?
Which is cheaper to visit? Which is more expensive for vacation?
Which city should you visit? Read on to compare the activities as well as the prices of travel for Diyarbakir and Bangalore. We'll break down costs for accommodation, food, transportation and more to help you learn more about these two destinations. Then, you can figure out if either of these two places are accessible based on your travel budget, schedule, and interests. So, let's dig into it.
Where Should I go: Diyarbakir or Bangalore?
Diyarbakir
Diyarbakır is the largest city in Southeastern Turkey, located on the banks of Tigris River, which is one of two great rivers of the Middle East. The city is known especially for its old city, housed within ancient fortress walls that have been designated an UNESCO World Heritage Site. Within this fortress is a glimpse into the city's ancient history and traditional customs that remain alive today.
Bangalore
Bangalore is the capital city of the state of Karnataka, in India. It's also India's third largest city with a population of about 8.5 million. It's considered one of the most liveable cities in the country and was historically known for its many gardens and lush green spaces. Today those areas are all but gone, having given way to the growing population and sprawling metropolises. Bangalore is also the information technology hub of the country and is sometimes referred to as India's Silicon Valley.
For some great organized tour ideas, see The Best Budget Tours to Turkey, The Best Tours for Seniors to Turkey, The Best Yoga Tours and Retreats in India, and The Best Luxury Tours to India.
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Average Daily Cost Per person, per dayDiyarbakir $117Bangalore $44
The average daily cost (per person) in Diyarbakir is $117, while the average daily cost in Bangalore is $44. These costs include accommodation (assuming double occupancy, so the traveler is sharing the room), food, transportation, and entertainment. While every person is different, these costs are an average of past travelers in each destination. What follows is a categorical breakdown of travel costs for Diyarbakir and Bangalore in more detail.
Accommodation
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Accommodation Hotel or hostel for one personDiyarbakir $76Bangalore $20
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Accommodation Typical double-occupancy roomDiyarbakir $152Bangalore $40
Compare Hotels in Diyarbakir and Bangalore
Looking for a hotel in Diyarbakir or Bangalore? Prices vary by location, date, season, and the level of luxury. See below for options and compare which is best for your budget and travel style.
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Our Analysis
We've analyzed the average and typical hotel prices based on guest reviews, star ratings, and hotel amenities here: Diyarbakir Hotel Prices.
Local Transportation
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Local Transportation Taxis, local buses, subway, etc.Diyarbakir $30Bangalore $9.70
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Bangalore
Also for Bangalore, here are a few examples of actual transportation services:
- Private Arrival Transfer: Bengaluru International Airport to Bangalore Hotels: $54
- From Mysore guided day tour with transfers: $167
- Bengaluru Kempegowda Airport BLR to Bengaluru Arrival Transfer: $39
- Bengaluru Kempegowda Airport (BLR) to Bengaluru City -RoundTrip Private Transfer: $79
- One-Way Private City Transfer Mysore & Bangalore: $50
- Bangalore to Chennai Private Transfers: $135
- Bangalore airport to Hotel Transfer: $18
- Bangalore - private arrival transfer from airport to hotel: $35
- Affordable Bangalore Airport Transfer: $28
- Affordable Bangalore Airport Transfer: $16
Is it cheaper to fly into Diyarbakir or Bangalore?
Prices for flights to both Bangalore and Diyarbakir change regularly based on dates and travel demand. We suggest you find the best prices for your next trip on Kayak, because you can compare the cost of flights across multiple airlines for your prefered dates.
Food
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Food Meals for one dayDiyarbakir $20Bangalore $13
Typical Food Prices in Diyarbakir
For Diyarbakir, here are some examples of average food and meal prices for travelers:
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Dessert$0.19
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Lunch for Two$0.59
Food Tours and Cooking Classes in Bangalore
For Bangalore, here are some samples of tours and activities related to meals and dining experiences:
- Pop-Up Dinner in Bangalore with Focus on Sustainable Food: $25
- Traditional Cooking Classes & Dinner with Family: $32
- Traditional Cooking Classes & Dinner with Chef Family: $50
- Indian Cooking Class in Bangalore with an Award Winning Chef: $54
- South Indian Cooking Class in Mysore with Devika: $66
- Private Cooking Dining Experience in Bengaluru: $74
- 3-Hour Private Cooking Lesson and Meal in a Bangalore Home: $74
Entertainment
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Entertainment Entrance tickets, shows, etc.Diyarbakir $21Bangalore $11
Tours and Activities in Diyarbakir
For Diyarbakir, here are a few prices for actual activities, tours, and tickets provided by various companies:
- All-inclusive Private Guided Tour of Diyarbakir City: $200
Tours and Activities in Bangalore
For Bangalore, here are a few prices for actual activities, tours, and tickets provided by various companies:
- Private Full-Day Bangalore City Tour: $84
- (Mysuru) Mysore Day Out - A Royal Experience Private Tour from Bangalore: $130
- 4-Hour Private Photowalk Tour in Bengaluru: $79
- Agra Taj Tour from Bangalore: $220
- All Inclusive Sameday Taj Mahal & Agra Tour from Your hotel: $76
- Bandipur wildlife and Mysore experience in 2 days from Bangalore: $300
- Bangalore Basavanagudi Heritage Self Guided Walking Tour: $6.01
- Bangalore City Tour (Lunch, Pick up & drop at hotel): $100
- Bangalore City Tour By Tuk Tuk!: $110
- Bangalore Explorer: 3-Day Tour of the Garden City: $241
- Bangalore Full Day Private City Tour: $53
- Bangalore Heritage Walk - Private Walking tour: $67
Alcohol
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Alcohol Drinks for one dayDiyarbakir $18Bangalore $9.07
Sample the Local Flavors in Bangalore
Here are a few nightlife and alcohol tours and activities from local tour providers in Bangalore:
- Pub Crawl Bangalore (3 Hours Guided Nightlife Experience): $34
- Bengaluru Pub Crawler - Nightlife Walking Tour: $89
When we compare the travel costs of actual travelers between Diyarbakir and Bangalore, we can see that Diyarbakir is more expensive. And not only is Bangalore much less expensive, but it is actually a significantly cheaper destination. Since Diyarbakir is in Europe and Bangalore is in Asia, this is one of the main reasons why the costs are so different, as different regions of the world tend to have overall different travel costs. So, traveling to Bangalore would let you spend less money overall. Or, you could decide to spend more money in Bangalore and be able to afford a more luxurious travel style by staying in nicer hotels, eating at more expensive restaurants, taking tours, and experiencing more activities. The same level of travel in Diyarbakir would naturally cost you much more money, so you would probably want to keep your budget a little tighter in Diyarbakir than you might in Bangalore.
If you're trying to decide if either of these two destinations are within your price range, also see Is Diyarbakir Expensive? and Is Bangalore Expensive?.
Which is Bigger, Diyarbakir or Bangalore?
Bangalore has a larger population, and is about 8 times larger than the population of Diyarbakir. When comparing the sizes of Diyarbakir and Bangalore, keep in mind that a larger population does not always imply the destination has more attractions or better activities. So, always research the type of place that you want to visit along with the activities and attractions that interest you.
Budget Your Trip is all about finding out how much everything costs so that you can travel cheaper and longer. Created by avid travelers Laurie and Bryan, our goal is to help you plan your next trip on the right budget. With average daily travel costs that are calculated from the budgets of real travelers, plus an analysis of hotel and tour prices, you can find out how much money you need to plan your next adventure. We also have plenty of travel advice, accommodation reviews, and activity suggestions.